Hawthorne is 0-3 against Bradford since March of 2023 but things could change on Thursday. After both having extra time off, the two teams will shake off the cobwebs and hit the field against one another at 7:00 p.m. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Hawthorne is headed into Thursday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fourth straight game last Thursday. They lost 16-0 to Bronson. The contest marked the first time this season in which the Hornets were not able to get on the board.
Bradford had taken Union County down for two straight games at home, but that winning streak came to an end last Friday. Bradford came up short against Union County, falling 22-16.
Kallie Yowell and Addyson Hinds did some serious damage despite the final result: Yowell fired off two home runs, four runs, and four RBI while getting on base in five of her six plate appearances, while Hinds fired off two home runs and six RBI while going 2-for-5. Those four runs gave Yowell a new career-high. Amber Wynn was another key player, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4.
They weren't the only ones working in the hit department: Bradford kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 16 hits. This was only their first loss (out of four games) when they post 11 or more hits.
Bradford now has a losing record of 4-5. As for Hawthorne, their loss dropped their record down to 1-4.
Thursday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Hawthorne has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .534. However, it's not like Bradford struggles in that department as they've averaged .488. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Hawthorne suffered a grim 18-3 defeat to Bradford in their previous meeting two weeks ago. Will Hawthorne have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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